1994 Audi A8 vs. 2010 Subaru Legacy
To start off, 2010 Subaru Legacy is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1994 Audi A8. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1994 Audi A8 would be higher. At 2,771 cc (6 cylinders), 1994 Audi A8 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1994 Audi A8 (174 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 4 more horse power than 2010 Subaru Legacy. (170 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1994 Audi A8 should accelerate faster than 2010 Subaru Legacy. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Subaru Legacy weights approximately 105 kg more than 1994 Audi A8.
Because 2010 Subaru Legacy is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1994 Audi A8. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 Subaru Legacy will offer significantly more control. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 1994 Audi A8 (249 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 19 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Subaru Legacy. (230 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1994 Audi A8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Subaru Legacy.
Compare all specifications:
| 1994 Audi A8 | 2010 Subaru Legacy | |
| Make | Audi | Subaru |
| Model | A8 | Legacy |
| Year Released | 1994 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2771 cc | 2500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | boxer |
| Horse Power | 174 HP | 170 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 249 Nm | 230 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | CVT |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1460 kg | 1565 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5040 mm | 4735 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1821 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1506 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 2751 mm |
